8. Vary your routine.
This is self-explanatory. If I go to the gym twice during the week, I try to hit the park or do some other activity on the weekend. Renting new videos helps too.

9. Find a friend or two to exercise with you.
This isn’t always easy, especially if you’re new to an area or don’t have friends with similar schedules and level of commitment. Try looking for a local club for your favorite activity like walking or biking. There are also websites geared toward helping people find others to exercise together such as Exercisefriends.com.

10. Take up gardening.
Even if you live in an apartment like I do, gardening is a relaxing way to get some extra activity. Potting the plants helps keep the hands active and doing yardwork requires strength, bending and stretching.

11. Spend time playing with your pet.
…or a friend’s pet. Pets need to stay active too, especially dogs. If you have a dog, make some extended time for a nice long walk or a long game of chase in the backyard. I don’t have a dog, but playing with my friend’s black lab is always a workout. Pets can also be important for emotional well-being. They are an ever constant source of love and joy.

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